Commissioner Mason moved to Craven County in 2015 after his second retirement as a systems analyst for a defense contractor. He first retired from the U.S. Army after more than twenty years of service in various capacities, including infantry, logistics, and operations research. He has a bachelor’s degree in History from Western Michigan University and a master's degree in National Security Studies from the U.S. Army War College. He is a member of the Bridgeton Methodist Church and is a Trustee.
Commissioner Mason is married to Patti Mason, who is currently serving on the Craven County Board of Education.
Commissioner Mason is also a member of the following boards: